1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 292 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
